Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Gloucester |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1463623160 |
Summary
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Up to £30,500
You will be working in a well-established early years setting rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, where quality practice and child development are front and centre. Children benefit from spacious, well-equipped playrooms and daily access to a secure garden that’s fully integrated into the learning programme. The setting delivers purposeful, play-based learning aligned closely with the EYFS framework, giving practitioners the space and structure to do their best work.
Before You Apply
- This role requires a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
- You must have recent experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
- This position is NOT suitable for unqualified candidates
Key Job Details
- Salary: Up to £30,500 depending on experience
- Full-time, permanent contract
- Ofsted rated Good
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Spacious, well-equipped playrooms and secure outdoor garden
- Pension scheme
- Heavily discounted childcare
- Benefits portal and wellbeing programme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
What You’ll Need
- Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years
- Strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework
- Recent experience as a Nursery Practitioner in a nursery setting
- Confident managing a key group and completing observations and assessments
- Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Desirable
- Paediatric First Aid certification
What You’ll Do
- Plan and deliver EYFS-aligned activities that support children’s development
- Act as a key person, maintaining accurate observations and learning records
- Maintain a safe, clean and compliant learning environment
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent care standards
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding progress and wellbeing
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times
What Happens After You Apply
Applications will be reviewed against the essential criteria. Suitable candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview and nursery visit.
Reference: WILL208767/JG
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